October 28th, 2010
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Perry, White focus on economy as gubernatorial election nears
The colors red and blue are dominating the landscape as the Texas gubernatorial elections between Gov. Rick Perry and Bill White approach. Perry, a Republican, is running for his third full term. A former...
Regent to take lead in effort to help UH reach flagship status
Welcome W. Wilson Sr. has dedicated his former position as Board of Regents Chairman to the campaign of UH’s drive to flagship status. Wilson was appointed in 2006 and held the title for three...
Tea Party movement making presence felt at polls
Student voters understand what the traditional Democrat and Republican parties stand for, but many are unaware of the impact that the Tea Party Movement is having on this year’s election. Tea Party members’...
UH student, fraternity member dies over the weekend in Dallas
UH and the Sigma Chi fraternity lost a valued member of its community with the passing of John Michael Byrd this past weekend. An influential brother of Sigma Chi, Byrd, 25, exuded positivity ...
Cougars look to build momentum against Memphis
Eight weeks into the season, the Cougars are still searching for their identity. The only sure thing about the team is its unpredictability. In two weeks, the Cougars (4-3, 3-1 Conference USA) lost...
Former UH guard finds success abroad
In the 2009-2010 season, Aubrey Coleman was the face of the team, dazzling defenses with his NCAA-leading average of 25.6 points per game. He helped lead UH to its first berth in the NCAA...
Ghoulsfest to feature music for Houstonians
Houston, you made it clear a few months back at the overcrowded second annual Free Press Summer Fest that you’re into music festivals; this weekend is your chance to prove it. The first...
Federal government clouds effort to legalize marijuana
If the shifting moral consensus of Americans was ever in doubt, look no further than Proposition 19. This proposition represents the single most groundbreaking stride in the legalization of marijuana, while...
Government agencies deserve props for stopping would-be terrorist
The FBI arrested a man that they say was planning to place bombs in several Washington D.C. subways Wednesday. Yes, for all the drama concerning the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, it seems...
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Red light cameras reek of corruption
The citizens of Houston forced a referendum on red light cameras because the city has allied itself with a corporation to initiate profit motivated law enforcement at the expense of due process. Despite...